Optical Toys / Long-term Exhibit
Take a peek at the history of optical toys from Peep Shows through ViewMaster. The...
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Toys From the Attic / Long-term Exhibit
Once, when we were children and the world was full of wonder, toys were the...
Toys, Inc. / Long-term Exhibit
Toy production mirrors the innovations, triumphs, and conflicts of a swiftly changing world. Evolving over...
Iconic Toys / Long-term Exhibit
Whether you were born in 1945 or 1995, or any time in between, you’ll find...
In the Artist’s Studio / Long-term Exhibit
Have you ever wondered how miniatures are made? Your questions are answered In the Artist’s...
Featured Manufacturer Gallery / Long-term Exhibit
This gallery features changing exhibits showcasing a specific toy manufacturer. Currently, the exhibit focuses on...
Miniature Maze / Long-term Exhibit
Wind your way through a maze of miniature rooms and be a-mazed at what you...
Masterpiece Gallery / Long-term Exhibit
Museum co-founder Barbara Hall Marshall had a vision for a special room to display 31...
Miniature Galleries / Long-term Exhibit
Name any type of full-size object and you are likely to find a miniature version...
Let’s Play House / Long-term Exhibit
Can you imagine playing with a dollhouse that is over 9 feet tall? The 9’...
English Cotswold Cottage, 1933-34 / Long-term Exhibit
This miniature room by Narcissa Niblack Thorne is one of the first set of rooms, made before she embarked on sets two and three that are on display at the Art Institute of Chicago. The room was exhibited at the Columbian Exposition in Chicago (1934) and The Golden Gate International Exposition in San Francisco (1940). From the early 1960s until 2019, the location of the room was unknown.
Thanks for the Memories: Toys and the Stories They Hold
Donors to the Museum’s collection give us much more than their toys. They share their memories of childhood and how those toys how remained special to them. In this gallery, we are highlighting some of the many toy donations received in the last few years.
Miniature Art Museum / Long-term Exhibit
The 17-1/2’ long work, created by Los Angeles-based artist Chris Toledo, is comprised of a central atrium and five galleries. The atrium features various classical Greek and Roman architectural elements, which Toledo derived from his observations of design and construction at a number of historic museums throughout the world.
The Art of Abraham Megerdichian
Abraham Megerdichian (1923-1983) created small artworks from scrap metal, 26 of which are on loan from his son, Robert Megerdichian, and family.
Transformations: New Perspectives on the Art of Miniatures
The exhibit highlights the work of four contemporary artists who use miniatures in their artistic process to explore powerful topics related to the impact of humans on our world. The artists are, as follows: Amy Bennett – paintings, Lori Nix + Kathleen Gerber – photographs, and Carol K. Rasaphangthong – video.
Mid-Century Magic: A Tale of Toys and Aluminum Christmas Trees
The Mid-Century Magic exhibit will examine the relatively brief aluminum Christmas tree phenomenon (1959-1965) and toys associated with the wider mid-century period (1950-1969).
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North Pole Makerspace
North Pole Makerspace
Make your own small metallic tree or retro toy inspired by the exhibit, Mid-Century Magic: A Tale of Toys and Aluminum Christmas Trees. This family-friendly workshop is FREE with the price of your museum admission.
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Join the Museum at Merry Market
Join the Museum at Merry Market
Mark your calendars for December 2nd! The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures is bringing holiday cheer to Merry Market, within City Market, in Kansas City from 10AM-2PM.
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North Pole Makerspace
North Pole Makerspace
Make your own small metallic tree or retro toy inspired by the exhibit, Mid-Century Magic: A Tale of Toys and Aluminum Christmas Trees. This family-friendly workshop is FREE with the price of your museum admission.
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Santa is Coming to the Museum!
Santa is Coming to the Museum!
Santa will visit the Museum on December 2nd, 1PM – 4PM. He’ll be spending time in the galleries and in the North Pole Makerspace activity throughout the afternoon.
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Meet the Experts: Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Christmas Trees
Meet the Experts: Mid-Century Modern Aluminum Christmas Trees
Join The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures to learn more about the aluminum Christmas trees in the Mid-Century Magic: A Tale of Toys and Aluminum Christmas Trees exhibit (on view, November 20, 2023 - January 29, 2024) with Stephen and Mary Pruitt.
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Join the Museum at Merry Market
Join the Museum at Merry Market
On December 16th, The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures will be at Merry Market, within City Market, in Kansas City from 10AM-2PM, spreading joy and creativity.
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Mid-Century Magic Holiday Party
Mid-Century Magic Holiday Party
Whether you're an aficionado of the mid-century era, a lover of retro, or seeking a fun family event, the Mid-Century Magic Holiday Party is for you!
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North Pole Makerspace
North Pole Makerspace
Make your own small metallic tree or retro toy inspired by the exhibit, Mid-Century Magic: A Tale of Toys and Aluminum Christmas Trees. This family-friendly workshop is FREE with the price of your museum admission.
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